2005 Kia Sedona vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 2005 Kia Sedona is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 774 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
Because 1995 Porsche 968 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sedona | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sedona | 968 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 92 L |
